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May
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1993
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ETCETERA

AGENDA is interested in receiving items from you for etcetera. Press clippings, press releases, summaries of local events and any other ideas or suggestions are welcome. Just mail them to: Etcetera Editor, AGENDA, 220 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, Ml 48104

"Barrack Buddies & Soldier Lovers" While the public is growing more aware that there are gay men and lesbians in the U.S. military, knowledge remains scant of what their sex and social lives are really like. In "Barrack Buddies and Soldier Lovers" author Steve Zeeland uses conversations with 16 GIs to challenge assumptions and stereotypes of gay (and straight) men in the military.

Zeeland will speak at Common Language Bookstore (214 S. Fourth) on Tues. May 11 at 7:30 pm. Call 663-0036 for more information.

NOW Sponsors "Count On Me"

"Count On Me," a play about the role of Michigan women in the fight for liberty, justice and the right to vote, will be the feature presentation of the May meeting of the Ann Arbor-Washtenaw National Organization for Women. The meeting will take place Tues. May 11 at 7:30pm at the Unitarian Church, 1917 Washtenaw.

"Count On Me" brings to life historical events Including the days of the underground railroad and the rallies for women's suffrage. "Very few Michigan women know of their rich history in political action," said playwright Randi Davis. "It is a story that gains relevance with time, as women move forward into professional careers and key political offices." For more information call 995-5494.

Norplant Funding Available

The Michigan Department of Public Health now offers financial assistance for low-income women and students who wish to use the five-year contraceptive Norplant.

Norplant has a high initial cost (approximately $600) which is prohibitive for most women with no insurance. Medicaid recipients are already eligible for this method. Now many other women may purchase Norplant on a sliding-scale fee.

Norplant comes in the form of six thin capsules that are inserted into a woman's upper arm. The capsules contain a low dosage of the hormone progestin, which is slowly released to prevent conception over a five-year period.

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 973-0155 in Ann Arbor, 485-0144 in Ypsilanti, or 517-482- 1500 in Lansing.

L.A. Panther Leader Up for Parole

Geronimo ji Jaga (Pratt), a Vietnam veteran who led the Los Angeles chapter of the Black Panther Party in the 60s, is one of the world's longest-held political prisoners. In 1971 he was convicted on murder and robbery charges - for a crime that took place while he was at a Panther leadership meeting 300 miles away. Although FBI bugs picked up and recorded all such meetings, the tape of that particular day's gathering was mysteriously "lost."

Now, after 22 years, California authorities are considering Geronimo's petition for parole. The hearing, after being postponed several times, is now scheduled for May 12. To help free Geronimo, send letters demanding  his release to John Gillis, Chair of California Board of Prison Terms, 545 Downtown Plaza, Ste. 200, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Prospect Place Fundraiser

Prospect Place offers emergency shelter, personalized support, and referrals for training and services for hundreds of homeless mothers in our community. Today, many of these women are models and mentors for new residents at Prospect Place. This Mother's Day you can strengthen support for homeless mothers and children in need. Send your tax-deductible contribution to: Prospect Place Family Shelter, c/o SOS Community Crisis Center, 114 N. River St., Ypsilanti, MI 48198.

Help for Parents With Disabilities

Parenting with a disability is not very different than parenting without a disability. Often, however, it takes a little extra creativity and support from others in the same situation.

With this in mind, two mothers with disabilities have formed a parenting discussion group. The group meets from 7-9 pm on the third Thursday of the month at the Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living, 2568 Packard Rd. (Georgetown Mall). For more Information call 971-0277.

Mother's Day Rally at Prison

Supporters will gather for the 3rd straight year in front of Scott Women's Correctional Facility in Plymouth on Mother"s Day, Sun. May 9, to show support for women inmates and the problems they face in the criminal justice system. The rally begins at 1 pm. Call Susan at 741-0028 for more information.

Safe House Needs Volunteers

The Domestic Violence Project/SAFE House, which provides services to survivors of domestic violence, needs your help! Volunteers are needed in all program areas including answering the crisis line, providing child care, counseling, facilitating support groups, and public speaking.

Volunteers are also needed for the On-Call Team, which provides immediate assistance to survivors of domestic violence after an arrest has been made. Training begins May 14. Call 995-5444 to schedule an interview.

GEO/U-M Reach Agreement

Last month, after six months of bargaining, the Graduate Employees Organization (the union of teaching assistants at U-M) reached an agreement with the U-M administration. The most hotly contested item during negotiations was health benefits - the administration sought to replace current teaching assistant (TA) benefits with an inferior package. The union won on this issue and will retain current benefits.

In addition, the new contract includes a 3% salary increase over each of the next three years and an $80 cap on the university registration fee.

The Graduate Employees Organization AFT/MFT Local 3550 represents over 1,500 Teaching and Staff Assistants. TAs formed GEO in 1974 to protect and serve the interests of graduate student assistants. For more information call GEO at 995-0221.

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